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Cait’s Piano Survival Kit : Unlocking The Power of C major

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Cait Davies

A musical free spirit. A vocalist. A songwriter. A student of piano. A guitarist. A podcaster. A shoulder to cry on. Cait's musical journey is a testament to persistence, passion, and the power of a very simple manifesto: "Whatever you do, don't stop". Like so many of our students at The LCSP, and after several attempts in her youth, Cait found her way back to building a relationship with the piano later on in life. A return that would shape her relationship with music and her artistic voice in the most profound ways.

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Cait’s Piano Survival Kit

Part 2: Unlocking the Power of C Major

Cait's Piano Survival Kit

Welcome Back to Cait’s Piano Survival Kit

Hello again!

How did you get on with CAIT’S PIANO SURVIVAL KIT – Part 1 on the Power of C major? You can always email me with your thoughts and feedback. I’d love to hear from you!

Why C Major Matters

In this post, I want to share some extended info about C major. These principles can be applied to ALL keys, but for continuity’s sake, let’s stick with C major. After all, it’s the key of some of the most popular and most listened-to music across the globe!

Breaking Free from Sheet Music

Have you ever wanted to just sit down and play something without a score in front of you? To create music on the spot without relying on memorized pieces? This is the dream of so many people I speak to, even those who have been playing piano for most of their lives.

Breaking the Grade 8 Barrier

Many pianists achieve grade 8 and beyond, yet still find themselves tethered to their sheet music. They often struggle to break away from playing exactly what’s written on the page, unable to explore their creativity beyond the notes in front of them.

Embracing the Fear of the Unknown

Why Fear Holds You Back

The fear of the unknown… And that’s the point! Most people don’t realize that with a few tricks, tips, and fundamental tools, anyone can sit down at the piano and play freely. The best part? It’s impossible to make a mistake when you embrace improvisation!

Part 2: What You Need to Do

Reflecting on C Major

Take a moment to reflect on the combination of notes and chords that make up C major. Remember that the beauty of this approach lies in its simplicity. You can’t make a mistake when you’re exploring within the key of C major!

Trying Your Hand at Improvisation

If you don’t feel like practicing scales or your usual repertoire, why not take a break and try your hand at some improvisation? This is where true musical creativity begins. Let yourself explore the keyboard, knowing that every note fits perfectly within the structure of C major.

Watch the Video Tutorial

This tutorial uncovers some key tips about improvisation. Improvisation is something we naturally do all day, every day, without even thinking about it. With practice and repetition, improvising at the piano can feel just as natural.

Play Without Fear of Mistakes

Once you understand the formula, like in C major where you only play the white keys, you’ll realize that you can’t make a mistake. It’s all about letting go of perfection and enjoying the process of creating music.

Connect with the London Contemporary School of Piano

I often hear from people how they “wish they could just sit down at the piano and play something.” Well, that’s exactly what we teach at the London Contemporary School of Piano.

Let’s Talk About Your Musical Journey

If you’d like to arrange a quick chat with me (no time wasters, please!), I can share more details about how the C Major Tool Kit and our classes will develop your musicianship to the point of being able to jam and enjoy music spontaneously.

Get in Touch

Just click the link below to email me, and I’ll be sure to contact you.

I’m not a member of LCSP – I’d like to enquire about enrolment

Best,
Cait

 

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